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- Oct 21, 2002
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- 14
The reception to the new SRT line has been overwhelming. Since its announcement we have received countless emails regarding this new line and a few recurring themes have continued to surface. First and foremost, the excitement over the SRT line is far beyond our expectations.
Secondly, many have requested that we begin to offer our knives without sheaths in order to allow the customer to decide which sheath is right for them. In regards to this request we have handpicked a small number of sheathmakers to build for us. After we have made contact with all of them, their names will be announced. We hope to have this accomplished within the next few days.
Third, we have been put to the fire over the prospective names of these new models and we must admit that simply naming them after their blade-only similar counterparts could prove to be a bit confusing and a bit of an injustice to both the original and the new SRT model. There is little doubt that the larger handled SRT line is quite different from the standard line and this difference is not only in appearance but in feel, balance, and application. The extra length added to the sub-hilted style handle along with its rearward palm swell, provide it with a unique two position grip. Choked up near the front it offers great control of the blade, especially when the trigger style guard is employed. When gripped along the rear palm swell section of the handle, chopping power is dramatically increased as is the overall leverage of the piece. Couple these with the other obvious differences and we quickly realized that giving them similar names is likely to cause confusion among the Swamp Rat unRATtified and uninitiated. In light of this, we have decided to give the new models names that will set them apart from the original line.
Therefore, the first model out of the gate will be called the RATWEILER. This blade-similar cousin to the Camp Tramp is an amazing knife and should prove to be one of our most popular models. For those who have already ordered this model, we will change the model name for you on your order form.
Thank you for your time and if you have any questions or comments please do not hesitate to contact us via email at orders@swampratknifeworks.com
Thanks,
Jennifer Busse
Secondly, many have requested that we begin to offer our knives without sheaths in order to allow the customer to decide which sheath is right for them. In regards to this request we have handpicked a small number of sheathmakers to build for us. After we have made contact with all of them, their names will be announced. We hope to have this accomplished within the next few days.
Third, we have been put to the fire over the prospective names of these new models and we must admit that simply naming them after their blade-only similar counterparts could prove to be a bit confusing and a bit of an injustice to both the original and the new SRT model. There is little doubt that the larger handled SRT line is quite different from the standard line and this difference is not only in appearance but in feel, balance, and application. The extra length added to the sub-hilted style handle along with its rearward palm swell, provide it with a unique two position grip. Choked up near the front it offers great control of the blade, especially when the trigger style guard is employed. When gripped along the rear palm swell section of the handle, chopping power is dramatically increased as is the overall leverage of the piece. Couple these with the other obvious differences and we quickly realized that giving them similar names is likely to cause confusion among the Swamp Rat unRATtified and uninitiated. In light of this, we have decided to give the new models names that will set them apart from the original line.
Therefore, the first model out of the gate will be called the RATWEILER. This blade-similar cousin to the Camp Tramp is an amazing knife and should prove to be one of our most popular models. For those who have already ordered this model, we will change the model name for you on your order form.
Thank you for your time and if you have any questions or comments please do not hesitate to contact us via email at orders@swampratknifeworks.com
Thanks,
Jennifer Busse
Will the other SRT knives be renamed too? I hope so. 
OK! I now have an idea for my next leather carving project!!!
